Jackson Middle School Math Teacher

Description

Location: Jackson, MS
School: Smilow Prep
Reports To: Principal

Who We Are

RePublic Schools is a network of public charter schools serving over 3,300 scholars across Jackson, MS and Nashville, TN. With seven schools in our network, we are committed to redefining public education in the South.

Rooted in love, achievement, and belongingness, we aim to disrupt systemic inequities and create inclusive environments where scholars' identities and experiences are affirmed and celebrated.

Who You Are

You are a mission-driven, equity-centered educator with a deep belief in the potential of every child. You are excited to lead engaging, high-rigor math instruction and help scholars build the problem-solving and analytical skills they need to thrive.

What You’ll Do

As a Middle School Math Teacher, you will:

Drive Academic Excellence

• Deliver rigorous, engaging math lessons aligned to state standards and the RePublic Math vision.

• Foster deep conceptual understanding through inquiry, discussion, and problem-solving.

• Use real-time data to drive daily instruction and ensure all scholars reach academic mastery.

Foster a Collaborative Culture

• Collaborate with grade-level and content teams to plan high-quality lessons and share best practices.

• Engage in weekly professional development and reflect consistently to grow your craft.

• Build a culture of high expectations, joy, and curiosity around math.

Provide Specialized Support

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with IEPs or language support needs.

• Integrate technology, hands-on activities, and real-world applications to deepen learning.

• Use frequent formative assessments to target instruction and close gaps quickly.

Cultivate Meaningful Relationships

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with scholars and families.

• Maintain consistent communication about scholar progress and academic goals.

• Foster scholars' confidence in math by encouraging a growth mindset and celebrating success.

Who You Are

You are:

• Passionate about math education and committed to helping scholars build the problem-solving, logical reasoning, and numeracy skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

• A lifelong learner who actively seeks feedback and is always looking to refine your craft.

• Resilient and resourceful, grounded in a deep belief in the limitless potential of every scholar.

• Skilled at using data to drive instruction and committed to ensuring academic success for all learners.

• A collaborative teammate who values strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required).

• Preferred: Teaching certification in Mathematics or a related field, or enrollment in a state-accredited Alternative Certification Program by the start of employment.

• Strong content knowledge in middle grades mathematics, with the ability to teach conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and application.

• Preferred: Prior experience teaching math, particularly in schools serving historically underserved communities.

Why You’ll Love Us

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and local district benchmarks

• Comprehensive benefits package including mental health support, family planning benefits, and paid time off

Professional Development:

• Robust onboarding and summer training through our Summer Teacher Summit

• Ongoing coaching and weekly professional development

• Access to leadership development pathways and career advancement opportunities